Scenic Production Manager

Are you an experienced Scenic Production Manager looking to join one of the UK's most respected scenic construction and creative fabrication companies? This is an opportunity to work on some of the most ambitious experiential, retail and live event projects in the industry, taking ownership from initial client brief through to final delivery.

• Award-winning creative fabrication and scenic production business


• Deliver world-class experiential, retail, live event and immersive projects


• End-to-end ownership of complex builds from brief through to installation

Working across a huge variety of bespoke projects, the Scenic Production Manager will act as the central point of contact throughout the project lifecycle, coordinating clients, designers, workshop teams and suppliers to ensure exceptional project delivery.

THE COMPANY

Founded in 2007, this highly respected scenic design, fabrication and production business has built an outstanding reputation for delivering unique and technically challenging projects across live events, experiential marketing, luxury retail, brand activations and immersive environments.

With creative, production, technical and workshop teams all operating under one roof, they specialise in transforming ambitious concepts into practical, buildable realities. Their reputation has been built on taking on projects that others won't, combining exceptional craftsmanship with innovative thinking and flawless execution.

Projects range from global brand activations and luxury retail installations through to large-scale festivals, experiential campaigns, hospitality environments and international touring projects. With continued growth across both the UK and international markets, there has never been a better time to join the business.

THE ROLE

Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a Scenic Production Manager to oversee projects from initial enquiry through to installation and project completion.

This is a true end-to-end role where the Scenic Production Manager will take ownership of all aspects of project delivery, acting as the link between clients, designers, workshop teams, suppliers and installation crews throughout the entire process.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing scenic construction and fabrication projects from brief through to completion


• Conducting site surveys and feasibility assessments


• Preparing quotations, budgets and project costings


• Coordinating internal teams, suppliers and subcontractors


• Producing project schedules, load lists and material requirements


• Creating RAMS and ensuring Health & Safety compliance


• Briefing workshop and construction teams on project requirements


• Monitoring build progress and resolving production challenges


• Managing project budgets and commercial performance


• Overseeing installation, live delivery and de-rig activities


• Maintaining strong client relationships throughout project delivery


• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget and to the highest standards

THE CANDIDATE

To be considered for this role, candidates must have proven experience managing scenic construction, fabrication, experiential or live event production projects from concept through to delivery.

You will be commercially aware, technically minded and comfortable managing multiple complex projects simultaneously. Experience preparing quotations, coordinating workshop teams, managing suppliers and overseeing installations is essential.

This role would suit an experienced Scenic Production Manager from a scenic construction, experiential production, creative fabrication or live events background who is looking to join a highly respected business delivering some of the industry's most exciting projects.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Vacancy Ref: GS17793

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